Species |
Gamari |
Scientific Name |
Gmelina Arborea |
Wood description |
Heartwood color is white to yellow. Sapwood color is not distinguished. Grains are straight to wavy. Texture is coarse. |
Weight |
920-980 kg/m3 |
Machining Properties |
Easy to work with machine and hand tools. Planing, nailing, screwing, boring is easy. |
Finishing |
Finishing is good. Melamine, UV and PU coating is recommended. |
Drying & treatment |
It is difficult to treat with preservative. Drying is easy and kiln drying is recommended to reduce its shrinkage. |
Common uses |
Commercial furniture, very suitable for panel doors and windows, packing purposes, handicraft items, musical instruments, joinery, chairs and table, school furniture, panelling etc. |
Additional Information |
Wood has a silky lusture |
Other Names |
Gamar, White Teak |